Serving 305 students in grades 3-5, Dover Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 31% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 27% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 305 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Dover Elementary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Dover Plains, NY, covering approximately 66.7 square miles. Parents can expect a typical drive of 10-12 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 3.9 miles to the nearest edge of the zone and a maximum distance of 8.9 miles to the farthest boundary.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Dover Elementary School's student population of 305 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
305 students
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
School Rankings
Dover Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dover Elementary School is 0.55, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3717 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
46%
31%
Black
3%
15%
White
49%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24.3%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dover Elementary School's ranking?
Dover Elementary School is ranked #3717 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 27% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Dover Elementary School?
305 students attend Dover Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Dover Elementary School students are White, 46% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dover Elementary School?
Dover Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Dover Elementary School offer ?
Dover Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Dover Elementary School part of?
Dover Elementary School is part of Dover Union Free School District.
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